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Hull Surveys of Bulk Carriers Z10.2 1992

(Rev. 1 1994) (Rev. 2 1994) (Rev. 3 1995) (Rev. 4 1996) (Rev 5 1996) (Rev 6 1996) Rev. 7 1997) (Rev. 8 April 1998) (Rev.9 July 1999) (Rev. 10 Sept. 2000) (Rev.10.1 Sept. 2000) (Rev.11 Nov. 2000) (Rev.11.1 June 2001) (Rev.12 Mar. 2002) (Rev.13 Oct.2002) (Rev.14 August 2003) (Rev.15 Dec 2003) (Corr.1 Feb 2004) (Rev.16 Feb 2004) (Rev.17 June 2005) CONTENTS 1. 1.1 1.2 1.3 2. 2.1 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.3 2.4 2.5 3. 3.1 3.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 3.3 4. 4.1 4.2 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 5. 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 6. 7. 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 8. 8.1 8.2 8.3 9. 9.1 9.2 Notes: 1 .Revisions 4, 5 & 6 1996 of Unified Requirements Z10.2 have been approved by Council for application as soon as possible but not later than 1 January 1997. 2. Changes introduced in Revision 8, 1998 of UR Z10.2, i.e. 1.1.4 and 2.4.1 and columns for Special Surveys Nos. 3 and 4 of Table II as well as Annex III should be applied by all Member societies and Associates not later than 1 July 1998. General Application Definitions Repairs Special Survey Schedule Scope General Dry Dock Survey Tank Protection Hatch Covers and Coamings Extent of Overall and Close-up Survey Extent of Thickness Measurement Extent of Tank Testing Annual Survey Schedule Scope General Examination of the Hull Examination of Hatch Covers and Coamings Examination of Cargo hold Examination of Ballast Tanks Additional annual survey requirements for the foremost cargo hold of ships subject to SOLAS XII/9.1 Intermediate Survey Schedule Scope General Bulk Carriers 5-10 Years of Age Bulk Carriers 10-15 Years of Age Bulk Carriers exceeding 15 Years of Age Preparation for Survey Survey Programme Conditions for Survey Access to Structures Equipment for Survey Survey at Sea or at Anchorage (void) Documentation On Board General Survey Report File Supporting Documents Review of Documentation Procedures for Thickness Measurements General Certification of Thickness Measurement Company Reporting Reporting and evaluation of survey Evaluation of Survey Report Reporting

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Table I: Table II: Table III: Table IV: Table V: Table VI: Table VII:

Minimum Requirement for Close-up Survey at Special Hull Surveys of Bulk Carriers Minimum Requirements of Thickness Measurement at Special Hull Surveys of Bulk Carriers Owners Inspection Report (Superseded by Annex 1) Procedures for certification of Firms Engaged in Thickness Measurement of Hull Structures Reporting Principles Executive Hull Summary

Table VIII: Requirements of extent of thickness measurements at those areas of substantial corrosion Annex I: Annex II: Annex III: Annex IV: Annex V: Notes: 3. Changes introduced in Rev.9 to UR Z10.2 are to be applied by all Member Societies and Associates from 1 September 1999. 4. Changes introduced in Rev.10 to UR Z10.2 are to be applied by all Member Societies and Associates from 1 July 2001. 5. The introduction of Annex IV in Rev.10.2 is to maintain the intermediate survey requirements invoked in SOLAS XII/9.1 to those of A.744(18) as amended as they existed in September 2000 and to preclude the inadvertent extension of changes to intermediate survey introduced in Chapter 4 of Rev.10 of this UR from being applied to ships subject to SOLAS XII/9.1. 6. Changes introduced in Rev.11 & Rev.11.1 to UR Z10.2 are to be applied by all Member Societies and Associates from 1 July 2001. 7. The amendments to Table I and 4.2.3 introduced in Rev.12 are to further increase the requirements for close-up survey at Special Survey No.2 and to require the scope of the Intermediate Survey therafter to have the scope of Special Survey No.2. These requirements are to be implemented for any Special Survey No.2 or the Intermediate Survey subsequent to Special Survey No.2 commenced after 1 January 2003. Paragraph 4.2.4.3 is newly introduced in Rev.12 in accordance with Res.MSC 105(73) and is to be implemented from 1 July 2002. The other changes introduced in Rev.12 are to be implemented within one year of the adoption by Council. 8. Changes introduced in Rev.15 Corr.1 to UR Z10.2 are to be applied by all Member Societies and Associates from 1 January 2004 in conjunction with UR S31. 9. Changes introduced in Rev.16 are in para 1.1.4 and SS3 in Table 1 and are to be applied by all Member Societies and Associates from 1 January 2005. 10. Changes introduced in Rev.17 are to be uniformly implemented from 1 July 2006.
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IACS Guidelines for Technical Assessment in conjunction with planning for Enhanced Survey for Bulk Carriers Recommended Procedures for Thickness Measurements of Bulk Carriers Guidelines for the Gauging of the Vertically Corrugated Transverse Watertight Bulkhead between Holds Nos. 1 and 2 Additional annual survey requirements for the foremost cargo hold of ships subject to SOLAS XII/9.1 Guidelines for the Gauging of the Side Shell Frames and Brackets in Single Side Skin Bulk Carriers

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1. 1.1

GENERAL Application

1.1.1 The requirements apply to all self-propelled Bulk Carriers other than Double Skin Bulk Carriers as defined in 1.1.1 of UR Z10.5. after construction. 1.1.2 The Requirements apply to surveys of hull structure and piping systems in way of the cargo holds, cofferdams, pipe tunnels, void spaces, fuel oil tanks within the cargo length area and all ballast tanks. The requirements are additional to the classification requirements applicable to the remainder of the ship. 1.1.3 The requirements contain the minimum extent of examination, thickness measurement and tank testing. The survey is to be extended when Substantial Corrosion and/or structural defects are found and include additional Close-Up Survey when necessary. 1.1.4 Ships which are required to comply with UR S19 are subject to the additional thickness measurement guidance contained in Annex III with respect to the vertically corrugated transverse watertight bulkhead between cargo holds Nos. 1 and 2 for purposes of determining compliance with UR S19 prior to the relevant compliance deadline stipulated in UR S23 and at subsequent intermediate surveys (for ships over 10 years of age) and special surveys for purposes of verifying continuing compliance with UR S19. 1.1.5 Ships which are required to comply with UR S31 are subject to the additional thickness measurement guidance contained in Annex V with respect to the side shell frames and brackets for the purposes of determining compliance with UR S31 prior to the relevant compliance deadline stipulated in UR S31 and at subsequent intermediate and special surveys for purposes of verifying continuing compliance with UR S31. 1.1.6 For bulk carriers with hybrid cargo hold arrangements, e.g. with some cargo holds of single side skin and others of double side skin, the requirements of UR Z10.5 are to apply to cargo holds of double side skin and associated wing spaces. 1.2 Definitions 1.2.1 Bulk Carrier A Bulk Carrier is a ship which is constructed generally with single deck, topside tanks and hopper side tanks in cargo spaces, and is it intended primarily to carry dry cargo in bulk and includes such types as ore carriers and combination carriers1. Combination carriers are included.1 1.2.2 Double Skin Bulk Carrier A Double Skin Bulk Carrier is a ship which is constructed generally with single deck, topside tanks and hopper side tanks in cargo spaces, and is intended primarily to carry dry cargo in bulk, including such types as ore carriers and combination carriers2, in which all cargo holds are bounded by a double-side skin (regardless of the width of the wing space). 1.2.2 3Ballast Tank A Ballast Tank is a tank which is being used primarily solely for salt water ballast.,or, where applicable, a space which is used for both cargo and salt water ballast will be treated as a Ballast tank when substantial corrosion has been found in that space. 1.2.34 Spaces Spaces are separate compartments including holds and tanks. 1.2.45 Overall Survey An Overall Survey is a survey intended to report on the overall conditions of the hull structure and determine the extent of additional Close-Up Surveys. 1.2.56 Close-Up Survey A Close-Up Survey is a survey where the details of structural components are within the close visual inspection range of the surveyor i.e. normally within reach of hand. 1.2.67 Transverse Section A Transverse Section includes all longitudinal members such as plating, longitudinals and girders at the deck, sides, bottom; inner bottom and hopper sides plating, longitudinal bulkheads and bottom plating in top wing tanks. 1.2.78 Representative Spaces Representative Spaces are those which are expected to reflect the condition of other Spaces of similar type and service and with similar corrosion prevention protection systems. When selecting Representative Spaces account is to be taken of the service and repair history on board and identifiable Critical Structural Areas and/or Suspect Areas. 1.2.89 Suspect Areas Suspect Areas are locations showing Substantial Corrosion and/or are considered by the Surveyor to be prone to rapid wastage. 1.2.10 Critical Structural Area Critical Structural Areas are locations which have been identified from calculations to require monitoring or from the service history of the subject ship or from similar or sister ships (if available) to be sensitive to cracking, buckling or corrosion which would impair the structural integrity of the ship. 1.2.911 Substantial Corrosion Substantial Corrosion is an extent of corrosion such that assessment of corrosion pattern indicates a 1.
2. For single skin combination carriers additional requirements are specified in Unified Requirements for Enhanced Surveys of Oil Tankers. UR Z10.1. For combination carriers with longitudinal bulkheads additional requirements are specified in UR Z10.1 or UR Z10.4, as applicable.

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wastage in excess of 75% of allowable margins, but within acceptable limits. 1.2.1012 Corrosion Prevention System A Corrosion Prevention System is normally considered eithe a full hard protective coating. .1 a full hard protective coating, or .2 a full hard protective coating supplemented by anodes. Hard pProtective cCoating is to usually to be epoxy coating or equivalent. Other coating systems may be considered acceptable as alternatives provided that they are applied and maintained in compliance with the manufacturers specifications. Where soft coatings have been applied, safe access is to be provided for the surveyor to verify the effectiveness of the coating and to carry out and to out an assessment of the conditions of internal structures which may include spot removal of the coating. When safe access cannot be provided, the soft coating is to be removed. 1.2.1113 Coating Condition Coating Condition is defined as follows: GOOD condition with only minor spot rusting. FAIR condition with local breakdown at edges of stiffeners and weld connection and/or light rusting over 20% or more of areas under consideration, but less than as defined for POOR condition. POOR condition with general breakdown of coating over 20% or more of areas or hard scale at 10% or more of areas under consideration. Note: Original 1.2.12 was relocated to Annex 1. 1.2.1214 Cargo Length Area Cargo Length Area is that part of the ship which includes all cargo holds and adjacent areas including fuel tanks, cofferdams, ballast tanks and void spaces. 1.2.1315 Special consideration Special consideration or specially considered (in connection with close-up surveys and thickness measurements) as used in this document is taken to mean as a minimum, that means sufficient close-up inspection and thickness measurements are to be taken to confirm the actual average condition of the structure under the coating. 1.2.1416 Prompt and Thorough Repair A Prompt and Thorough Repair is a permanent repair completed at the time of survey to the satisfaction of the Surveyor, therein removing the need for the imposition of any associated condition of classification. 1.3 Repairs 1.3.1 Any damage in association with wastage over the allowable limits (including buckling, grooving, detachment or fracture), or extensive areas of wastage over the allowable limits, which affects or, in the opinion of the Surveyor, will affect the vessels structural, watertight or weathertight integrity, is to be promptly and thoroughly (see 1.2.164) repaired. Areas to be considered include: side shell frames, their end attachments or adjacent shell plating; deck structure and deck plating; bottom structure and bottom plating; watertight or oiltight bulkheads, and - bottom structure and bottom plating - side structure and side plating - deck structure and deck plating - inner bottom structure and inner bottom plating - inner side structure and inner side plating - watertight or oiltight bulkheads - hatch covers or hatch coamings. - items in 3.2.3.6. For locations Wwhere adequate repair facilities are not available, consideration may be given to allow the vessel to proceed directly to a repair facility. This may require discharging the cargo and/or temporary repairs for the intended voyage. 1.3.2 Additionally, when a survey results in the identification of substantial corrosion or structural defects or corrosion, either of which, in the opinion of the Surveyor, will impair the vessels fitness for continued service, remedial measures are to be implemented before the ship continues in service. 2. SPECIAL SURVEY2 2.1 Schedule 2.1.1 Special Surveys are to be carried out at a 5 year intervals to renew the cClassification certificate. 2.1.2 The first Special Survey is to be completed within 5 years from the date of the initial classification survey and thereafter within 5 years from the credited date of the previous Special Survey. However, an extension of class of 3 months maximum beyond the 5th year can be granted in exceptional circumstances. In this case, the next period of class will start from the expiry date of the Special Survey before the extension was granted. 2.1.3 For surveys completed within 3 months before the expiry date of the Special Survey, the next period of class will start from the expiry date of the Special Survey. For surveys completed more than 3 months before the expiry date of the Special Survey, the period of class will start from the survey completion date.
2 Some member Societies use the term "Special Periodical Survey" others use the term "Class Renewal Survey" instead of the term "Special Survey".

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2.1.4 The Special Survey may be commenced at the 4th Annual Survey and be progressed with a view to completion by the 5th anniversary date. When the Special Survey is commenced prior to the 4th Annual Survey, the entire survey is to be completed within 15 months if such work is to be credited to the Special Survey. 2.1.5 (void) 2.2 Scope 2.2.1 General 2.2.1.1 The Special Survey is to include, in addition to the requirements of the Annual Surveys, examination, tests, and checks of sufficient extent to ensure that the hull and related piping as required in 2.2.1.3, is are in a satisfactory condition and that the ship is fit for its intended purpose for the new period of class of 5 years to be assigned subject to proper maintenance and operation and to periodical surveys being carried out at the due dates. 2.2.1.2 All cargo holds, salt water Ballast Tanks, including double bottom tanks, pipe tunnels, cofferdams and void spaces bounding cargo holds, decks and outer hull are to be examined, and this examination is to be supplemented by thickness measurement and testing as deemed necessary required in 2.4 and 2.5, to ensure that the structural integrity remains effective. The aim of the examination is to be sufficient to discover Substantial Corrosion, significant deformation, fractures, damages or other structural deterioration, that may be present. 2.2.1.3 All piping systems within the above Spaces are to be examined and operationally tested under to working pressure conditions to attending Surveyors satisfaction to ensure that the tightness and condition remains satisfactory. 2.2.1.4 The survey extent of combined ballast cargo holds is to be evaluated based on the records of ballast history, the extent of corrosion protection system provided, and extent of corrosion found. 2.2.1.45 The survey extent of ballast tanks converted to void spaces is to be specially considered in relation to the requirements for ballast tanks. 2.2.2 Dry dock Survey 2.2.2.1 A survey in dry dock is to be a part of the Special Survey. The overall and close-up surveys and thickness measurements, as applicable, of the lower portions of the cargo holds and water ballast tanks are to be surveyed carried out in accordance with the applicable requirements for special surveys, if not already performed surveyed. Note: Lower portions of the cargo holds and ballast tanks are considered to be the parts below light ballast water line. 2.2.3 Tank Protection 2.2.3.1 Where provided, the condition of the corrosion prevention system of Ballast Tanks is to be examined. A For ballast tanks, excluding double bottom tanks, where a hard protective coating is found in POOR condition and it is not renewed or where soft coating has been applied, or where a hard protective coating has not been applied from the time of construction, the tanks in question is are to be examined at annual intervals. Thickness measurements are to be carried out as deemed necessary by the surveyor. When such breakdown of hard protective coating is found in salt water ballast double bottom tanks and it is not renewed, where a soft coating has been applied, or where a hard protective coating was has not been applied from the time of construction, maintenance of class may be subject to the tanks in question being may be examined at annual intervals. When considered necessary by the surveyor, or where extensive corrosion exists, thickness measurements are to be carried out. 2.2.3.2 Where the a hard protective coating is provided in cargo holds, as defined by Z9 and is found to be in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered. 2.2.4 Hatch Covers and Coamings The hatch covers and coamings are to be surveyed as follows: 2.2.4.1 A thorough inspection of the items listed in 3.2.3 is to be carried out. 2.2.4.2 Checking of the satisfactory operation of all mechanically operated hatch covers is to be made, including: stowage and securing in open condition; proper fit and efficiency of sealing in closed condition; operational testing of hydraulic and power components, wires, chains, and link drives. 2.2.4.3 Checking the effectiveness of sealing arrangements of all hatch covers by hose testing or equivalent. 2.2.4.4 Thickness measurement of the hatch cover and coaming plating and stiffeners is to be carried out as given in Table II. 2.3 Extent of Overall and Close-up Survey

2.3.1 An Overall Survey of all tanks and spaces, excluding fuel oil, lube and fresh water tanks, is to be carried out at each Special Survey. Fuel oil tanks in the cargo length area are to be surveyed as follows: Z10.2-3
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Special Survey No.1 Age < 5 None Notes 1. 2. 3. 4.

Special Survey No.2 5 < Age < 10 One

Special Survey No.3 10 < Age < 15 Two

Special Survey No.4 and Subsequent 15 < Age Half, minimum two

These requirements apply to tanks of integral (structural) type. If a selection of tanks is accepted to be examined, then different tanks are to be examined at each special survey, on a rotational basis. Peak tanks (all uses) are subject to internal examination at each special survey. At special survey no 3 and subsequent surveys, one deep tank for fuel oil in the cargo area is to be included, if fitted.

2.3.2 Each Special Survey is to include a close-up examination of sufficient extent to establish the condition of the shell frames and their end attachments in all cargo holds and salt water ballast tanks as indicated in Table I. The minimum requirements for close-up surveys at special survey are given in Table I. 2.3.3 The Surveyor may extend the close-up survey as deemed necessary taking into account the maintenance of the spaces under survey, the condition of the corrosion prevention system and where spaces have structural arrangements or details which have suffered defects in similar spaces or on similar ships according to available information. 2.3.4 For areas in spaces where hard protective coatings are found to be in a GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys according to Table I may be specially considered. 2.4 Extent of Thickness Measurement 2.4.1 The minimum requirements for thickness measurement at Special Survey are given in Table II. See 1.1.4 and Annex III fFor additional thickness measurement guidelines applicable to the vertically corrugated transverse watertight bulkhead between cargo hold Nos. 1 and 2 on ships subject to compliance with URs S19 and S23, reference is to be made to 1.1.4 and Annex III. See 1.1.5 and Annex V fFor additional thickness measurement guidelines applicable to the side shell frames and brackets on ships subject to compliance with UR S31, reference is to be made to 1.1.5 and Annex V. 2.4.2 Representative thickness measurement to determine both general and local levels of corrosion in the shell frames and their end attachments in all cargo holds and salt water ballast tanks is to be carried out. Thickness measurement is also to be carried out to determine the corrosion levels on the transverse bulkhead plating. The thickness measurements may be dispensed with provided the surveyor is satisfied by the close-up examination, that there is no structural diminution, and the Protective Coating where applied remains efficient. Provisions for extended measurements for areas with Substantial Corrosion are given in Table VIII and as may be additionally specified in the Survey Programme as required by 5.1. These extended thickness measurements are to be carried out before the survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous surveys are to have thickness measurements taken. 2.4.3 The Surveyor may further extend the thickness measurements as deemed necessary. Provisions for extended measurements for areas with Substantial Corrosion as defined in 1.2.9 are given in Table VIII and as may be additionally specified in the Survey Programme as required by 5.1. These extended thickness measurements are to be carried out before the survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous Special Surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous special or intermediate survey are to have thickness measurements taken. 2.4.4 For areas in Spaces tanks where hard protective coatings are found to be in a GOOD condition as defined in 1.2.11, the extent of thickness measurement according to Table II may be specially considered, by the Classification Society. Refer also to 2.2.3.2 2.4.5 Transverse sections are to be chosen where largest reductions are suspected to occur or are revealed from deck plating measurements. 2.4.6 Representative thickness measurement to determine both general and local levels of corrosion in the shell frames and their end attachments in all cargo holds and water ballast tanks is to be carried out. Thickness measurement is also to be carried out to determine the corrosion levels on the transverse bulkhead plating. The extent of thickness measurements may be specially considered provided the Surveyor is satisfied by the close-up survey, that there is no structural diminution, and the hard protective coating where applied remains efficient. 2.5 Extent of Tank Testing 2.5.1 All boundaries of salt water ballast tanks, deep tanks and cargo holds used for salt water ballast within the cargo length area length are to be pressure tested. For Fuel Oil Tanks, only the representative tanks are to be pressure tested. 2.5.2 The Surveyor may extend the tank testing as deemed necessary 2.5.3 Tanks to be tested with a head of liquid to the top of the hatches for ballast/cargo holds or top of air pipes for Ballast Tanks or fuel tanks, if this gives a higher pressure. Boundaries of ballast tanks are to be tested with a head of liquid to the top of air pipes. 2.5.4 Boundaries of ballast holds are to be tested with a head of liquid to near to the top of hatches. 2.5.5 Boundaries of fuel oil tanks are to be tested with a head of liquid to the highest point that liquid
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will rise under service conditions. Tank testing of fuel oil tanks may be specially considered based on a satisfactory external examination of the tank boundaries, and a confirmation from the Master stating that the pressure testing has been carried out according to the requirements with satisfactory results. 2.5.6 The testing of double bottom tanks and other spaces not designed for the carriage of liquid may be omitted, provided a satisfactory internal examination together with an examination of the tanktop is carried out. 3. 3.1 ANNUAL SURVEY Schedule

3.1.1 Annual Surveys are to be held within 3 months before or after anniversary date from the date of the initial classification survey or of the date credited for the last Special Survey. 3.2 Scope 3.2.1 General 3.2.1.1 The survey is to consist of an examination for the purpose of ensuring, as far as practicable, that the hull, hatch covers, coamings and piping are maintained in a satisfactory condition. 3.2.2 Examination of the Hull 3.2.2.1 3.2.2.2 Examination of the hull plating and its closing appliances as far as can be seen. Examination of watertight penetrations as far as practicable.

3.2.3 Examination of weather decks, Hatch covers and coamings 3.2.3.1 Checking Confirmation is to be obtained that no unapproved changes have been made to the hatch covers, hatch coamings and their securing and sealing devices since that the last survey. 3.2.3.2 Where mechanically operated steel covers are fitted, checking the satisfactory condition of:hatch covers;including close-up survey of hatch cover plating tightness devices of longitudinal, transverse and intermediate cross junctions (gaskets, gasket lips, compression bars, drainage channels); clamping devices, retaining bars, cleating; chain or rope pulleys; guides guide rails and track wheels stoppers, etc; wires, chains, gypsies, tensioning devices; hydraulic system essential to closing and securing; safety locks and retaining devices. Where portable covers, wooden or steel pontoons are fitted, checking the satisfactory condition, where applicable, of: wooden covers and portable beams, carriers or sockets for the portable beam, and their securing devices; steel pontoons, including close-up survey of hatchcover plating. tarpaulins; cleats, battens and wedges; hatch securing bars and their securing devices; loading pads/bars and the side plate edge; guide plates and chocks; compression bars, drainage channels and drain pipes (if any). 3.2.3.3 Checking the satisfactory condition of hatch coaming plating and their stiffeners including close-up survey. 3.2.3.4 Random checking of the satisfactory operation of mechanically operated hatch covers is to be made, including : stowage and securing in open condition; proper fit and efficiency of sealing in closed condition; operational testing of hydraulic and power components, wires, chains, and link drives; 3.2.3.5 Examination of flame screens on vents to all bunker tanks. 3.2.3.6 Examination of bunker and vent piping systems, including ventilators. 3.2.4 Examination of Cargo Holds 3.2.4.1 For Bulk Carriers over 10 10-15 years of age, the following is to apply: a) Overall Survey of all cargo holds. Where the protective coating in cargo holds, as defined by Z.9 is found to be in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered. b) Close-up examination of sufficient extent, minimum 25% of frames, to establish the condition of the lower region of the shell frames including approx. lower one third length of side frame at side shell and side frame end attachment and the adjacent shell plating in the forward cargo hold. Where this level of survey reveals the need for remedial measures, the survey is to be extended to include a Close-up Survey of all of the shell frames and adjacent shell plating of that cargo hold as well as a Close-up survey of sufficient extent of all remaining cargo holds. Z10.2-5

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c)c) When considered necessary by the surveyor, or where extensive corrosion exists, thickness measurement is to be carried out. If the results of these thickness measurements indicate that Substantial Corrosion is found, the extent of thickness measurements is to be increased in accordance with Table VIII. These thickness measurements are to be carried out before the annual survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous surveys are to have thickness measurements taken. d) Where the protective coating in cargo holds, as defined by Z.9 is found to be in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered. 3.2.4.2 For Bulk Carriers over 15 years of age, the following is to apply:

a) Overall Survey of all cargo holds. Where the protective coating in cargo holds, as defined by Z.9 is found to be in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered. b) Close-up examination of sufficient extent, minimum 25% of frames, to establish the condition of the lower region of the shell frames including approx. lower one third length of side frame at side shell and side frame end attachment and the adjacent shell plating in the forward cargo hold and one other selected cargo hold. Where this level of survey reveals the need for remedial measures, the survey is to be extended to include a Close -up Survey of all of the shell frames and adjacent shell plating of that cargo hold as well as a Close-up Survey of sufficient extent of all remaining cargo holds. c) When considered necessary by the surveyor, or where extensive corrosion exists, thickness measurement is to be carried out. If the results of these thickness measurements indicate that Substantial Corrosion is found, the extent of thickness measurements is to be increased in accordance with Table VIII. These extended thickness measurements are to be carried out before the annual survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous surveys are to have thickness measurements taken. d) Where a hard protective coating is fitted in cargo holds, as defined by Z.9 and is found in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered. d)e) All piping and penetrations in cargo holds, including overboard piping, are to be examined.

3.2.5 Examination of Ballast Tanks 3.2.5.1 Examination of Ballast Tanks when required as a consequence of the results of the Special Survey and Intermediate Survey is to be carried out. When considered necessary by the surveyor, or where extensive corrosion exists, thickness measurements are is to be carried out. If the results of these thickness measurements indicate that Substantial Corrosion is found, the extent of thickness measurements is to be increased in accordance with Table VIII. These extended thickness measurements are to be carried out before the survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous surveys Special Surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous special or intermediate survey are to have thickness measurements taken. 3.3 3.3.1 Additional annual survey requirements for the foremost cargo hold of ships subject to SOLAS XII/9.1 Ships subject to SOLAS XII/9.1 are those meeting all the following conditions: Bulk Carriers of 150m in length and upwards of single side skin construction, carrying solid bulk cargoes having a density of 1780 kg/m3 and above, contracted for construction (see Note 1) before 1 July 1999, and constructed with an insufficient number of transverse watertight bulkheads to enable them to withstand flooding of the foremost cargo hold in all loading conditions and remain afloat in a satisfactory condition of equilibrium as specified in SOLAS XII/4.3.

3.3.2 In accordance with SOLAS XII/9.1, for the foremost cargo hold of such ships, the additional survey requirements listed in Annex IV shall apply. 4. INTERMEDIATE SURVEY 4.1 Schedule 4.1.1 The intermediate Survey is to be held at or between either the 2nd or 3rd Annual Survey. 4.1.2 either 4.2 4.2.1 Those items which are additional to the requirements of the Annual Surveys may be surveyed at or between the 2nd and 3rd Annual Survey. Scope General

______________________________________________ Note 1: The contracted for construction date means the date on which the contract to build the vessel is signed between the prospective owner and the shipbuilder. For further details regarding the date of contract for construction, refer to IACS Procedural Requirement (PR) No.29.
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4.2.1.1 4.2.2 4.2.2.1

Z10.2 The extent of survey extent is dependent on the age of the vessel as specified in 4.2.2 to 4.2.4. Bulk Carriers 5 -10 years of age., Tthe following is to apply: Ballast Tanks a) For Spaces tanks used for salt water ballast, an overall survey of representative spaces selected by the sSurveyor is to be carried out. The selection is to include fore and aft peak tanks and a number of other tanks, taking into account the total number and type of ballast tanks. If such inspections overrall survey reveals no visible structural defects, the examination may be limited to a verification that the Protective Coating corrosion prevention system remains efficient. b) Where POOR cCoating cCondition (as defined in 1.2.11), corrosion or other defects are found in salt water Ballast tanks Spaces or where a hard Protective Coating was not applied from the time of construction, the examination is to be extended to other Ballast tanks Spaces of the same type. c) In salt water ballast tanks Spaces other than double bottom tanks, where a hard Protective Coating is found in POOR condition as defined in 1.2.11, and it is not renewed, or where soft coating has been applied, or where a hard protective coating was not applied from the time of construction, maintenance of class is to be subject to the tanks in question are to be being examined and thickness measurements carried out as considered necessary at annual intervals. When such breakdown of hard protective coating is found in salt water ballast double bottom tanks, or where a soft coating has been applied, or where a hard protective coating has not been applied, maintenance of class may be subject to the tanks in question being may be examined at annual intervals. When considered necessary by the sSurveyor, or where extensive corrosion exists, thickness measurements are to should be carried out. d) In addition to the requirements above, areas found suspect according to 1.2.8 at the previous Special Survey are to be overall and close-up surveyed. In addition to the requirements above, suspect areas identified at previous surveys are to be examined.

4.2.2.2

Cargo Holds a) An overall survey of all cargo holds, including close-up survey of sufficient extent, minimum 25 % of frames, is to be carried out to establish the condition of: Shell frames including their upper and lower end attachments, adjacent shell plating, and transverse bulkheads in the forward cargo hold and one other selected cargo hold ; Areas found suspect according to 1.2.8 at the previous surveys Special Survey. b) Where considered necessary by the surveyor as a result of the overall and close-up survey as described in 4.2.2.2a, the survey is to be extended to include a close-up survey of all of the shell frames and adjacent shell plating of that cargo hold as well as a close-up survey of sufficient extent of all remaining cargo holds. Extent of Thickness Measurements a) Thickness measurements are is to be carried out to an extent sufficient to determine both general and local corrosion levels at areas subject to close-up survey as described in 4.2.2.2a. The minimum requirement for thickness measurements at the Intermediate Survey are areas found to be Suspect Areas according to 1.2.8 at the previous Special surveys. b) Where Substantial Corrosion as defined in 1.2.9 is found, the extent of thickness measurements is to be increased in accordance with the requirements of Table VIII. These extended thickness measurements are to be carried out before the survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous Special Surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous special or intermediate survey are to have thickness measurements taken. The extent of thickness measurement may be specially considered provided the Surveyor is satisfied by the close-up survey, that there is no structural diminution and the hard protective coatings are found to be in a GOOD condition. c) The thickness measurement may be dispensed with provided the surveyor is satisfied by the Close-up Survey, that there is no structural diminution and the Protective Coating where fitted remains effective. Where Substantial Corrosion is found, the extent of thickness measurements is to be increased in accordance with the requirements of Table VIII. These extended thickness measurements are to be carried out before the survey is credited as completed. Suspect Areas identified at previous surveys are to be examined. Areas of substantial corrosion identified at previous surveys are to have thickness measurements taken. d) Where the hard protective coating in cargo holds, as defined by Z 9 is found to be in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered.

4.2.2.3

4.2.3 4.2.3.1

Bulk Carriers 10 - 15 years of age., Tthe following is to apply: The requirements of the Intermediate Survey are to shall be to the same extent to the previous Special Survey as required in 2 and 5.1. However, internal examination of fuel tanks and pressure testing of all cargo and ballast tanks are is not required unless deemed necessary by the attending surveyor. Z10.2-7
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4.2.3.2

In application of 4.2.3.1, the intermediate survey may be commenced at the second annual survey and be progressed during the succeeding year with a view to completion at the third annual survey in lieu of the application of 2.1.4. In application of 4.2.3.1, an under water survey may be considered in lieu of the requirements of 2.2.2. Bulk Carriers Exceeding over 15 years of age., Tthe following is to apply: The requirements of the Intermediate Survey are to shall be to the same extent to the previous Special Survey as required in 2 and 5.1. However, internal examination of fuel tanks and pressure testing of all cargo and ballast tanks are is not required unless deemed necessary by the attending surveyor. In application of 4.2.4.1, the intermediate survey may be commenced at the second annual survey and be progressed during the succeeding year with a view to completion at the third annual survey in lieu of the application of 2.1.4. In application of 4.2.4.1, a survey in dry dock is to be part of the intermediate survey. The overall and close-up surveys and thickness measurements, as applicable, of the lower portions of the cargo holds and water ballast tanks are to be carried out surveyed in accordance with the applicable requirements for intermediate surveys, if not already performed surveyed. Note: Lower portions of the cargo holds and ballast tanks are considered to be the parts below light ballast water line.

4.2.3.3 4.2.4. 4.2.4.1

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4.2.4.3

5 PREPARATION FOR SURVEY 5.1 Survey Programme 5.1.1 A specific Survey Programme is to be worked out in advance of the Special Survey by the Owner in cooperation with the Classification Society. The Survey Programme is to be in a written format. The Owner in cooperation with the Classification Society is to work out a specific Survey Programme prior to the commencement of any part of: - the Special Survey - the Intermediate Survey for bulk carriers over 10 years of age. The Survey Programme is to be in a written format. The Survey Programme at Intermediate Survey may consist of the Survey Programme at the previous Special Survey supplemented by the Executive Hull Summary of that Special Survey and later relevant survey reports. The Survey Program is to be worked out taking into account any amendments to the survey requirements after the last Special Survey carried out. 5.1.2 In developing the Survey Programme, the following documentation is to be collected and consulted with a view to selecting tanks, holds, areas, and structural elements to be examined: Survey status and basic ship information, Documentation on-board, as described in 67.2 and 67.3, Main structural plans (scantlings drawings), including information regarding use of high tensile steels (HTS), Relevant previous survey and inspection reports from both Classification Society and the Owner, Information regarding the use of the ships holds and tanks, typical cargoes and other relevant data, Information regarding corrosion prevention protection level on the newbuilding, Information regarding the relevant maintenance level during operation.

5.1.3 The submitted Survey Programme is to account for and comply, as a minimum, with the requirements of Tables I, II and paragraph 2.5 for close-up survey, thickness measurement and tank testing, respectively, and is to include relevant information including at least : Basic ship information and particulars, Main structural plans (scantling drawings), including information regarding use of high tensile steels (HTS) Plan of holds and tanks, List of holds and tanks with information on use, protection and condition of coating, Conditions for survey (e.g., information regarding hold and tank cleaning, gas freeing, ventilation, lighting, etc.), Provisions and methods for access to structures, Equipment for surveys, Nomination of holds and tanks and areas for close-up survey (per 2.3 Table I), Nominations of sections for thickness measurement (per 2.4 Table II), Nomination of tanks for tank testing (per paragraph 2.5), Damage experience related to the ship in question.

5.1.4 The Classification Society will advise the Owner of the maximum acceptable structural corrosion diminution levels applicable to the vessel. 5.1.5 Use may also be made of the IACS Guidelines for Technical Assessment in Conjunction with
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Planning for Enhanced Surveys of Bulk Carriers Special Survey - Hull, contained in Annex I. These guidelines are a recommended tool which may be invoked at the discretion of the IACS Member Classification Society, when considered necessary and appropriate, in conjunction with the preparation of the required Survey Programme. 5.2 Conditions for Survey

5.2.1 The owner is to provide the necessary facilities for a safe execution of the survey. 5.2.2 Tanks and Spaces are to be safe for access, i.e. gas freed, ventilated, and illuminated. 5.2.3 In preparation for survey and thickness measurements and to allow for a thorough examination, all spaces are to be cleaned including removal from surfaces of all loose accumulated corrosion scale. Spaces are to be sufficiently clean and free from water, scale, dirt, oil residues etc. to reveal corrosion, deformation, fractures, damages, or other structural deterioration. However, those areas of structure whose renewal has already been decided by the owner need only be cleaned and descaled to the extent necessary to determine the limits of the renewed areas to be renewed. 5.2.4 Sufficient illumination is to be provided to reveal corrosion, deformation, fractures, damages or other structural deterioration. 5.2.5 Where soft coatings have been applied, safe access is to be provided for the surveyor to verify the effectiveness of the coating and to carry out an assessment of the conditions of internal structures which may include spot removal of the coating. When safe access cannot be provided, the soft coating is to be removed. 5.3 Access to Structures

5.3.1 For overall surveys, means are to be provided to enable the surveyor to examine the hull structure in a safe and practical way. 5.3.2 For close-up surveys in a cargo hold and salt water ballast tanks, one or more of the following means for access, acceptable to the Surveyor, is to be provided: permanent staging and passages through structures; temporary staging, e.g. ladders, and passages through structures; lifts and movable platforms; boats or rafts; other equivalent means. 5.4 Equipment for Survey

5.4.1 Thickness measurement is normally to be carried out by means of ultrasonic test equipment. The accuracy of to the equipment is to be proven to the Surveyor as required. 5.4.2 One or more of the following fracture detection procedures may be required if deemed necessary by the Surveyor: radiographic equipment ultrasonic equipment magnetic particle equipment dye penetrant 5.5 Survey at Sea or at Anchorage

5.5.1 Voyage surveys Surveys at sea or at anchorage may be accepted provided the Surveyor is given the necessary assistance from the personnel on board. Necessary precautions and procedures for carrying out the survey are to be in accordance with 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, and 5.4. 5.5.2 A communication system is to be arranged between the survey party in the spaces under examination and the responsible officer on deck. This system is to also include the personnel in charge of ballast pump handling if boats or rafts are used. 5.5.3 When boats or rafts are used, appropriate life jackets are to be available for all participants. Boats or rafts are to have satisfactory residual buoyancy and stability even if one chamber is ruptured. A safety check-list is to be provided. 5.5.4 Surveys of tanks by means of boats or rafts may only be undertaken at the sole discretion of the Surveyor, who is to take into account the safety arrangements provided, including weather forecasting and ship response in reasonable sea conditions.
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5.5.5 Rafts or boats alone may be allowed for inspection of the under deck areas for tanks or spaces, if the depth of the webs is 1.5 m or less. 5.5.6 If the depth of the webs is more than 1.5 m, rafts or boats alone may be allowed only: .1 .2 when the coating of the under deck structure is in GOOD condition and there is no evidence of wastage; or if a permanent means of access is provided in each bay to allow safe entry and exit. This means of access is to be direct from the deck via a vertical ladder and a small platform is to be fitted approximately 2 m below the deck.

If neither of the above conditions are met, then staging or an other equivalent means is to be provided for the survey of the under deck areas. 5.5.7 The use of rafts or boats alone in paragraphs 5.5.5 and 5.5.6 does not preclude the use of boats or rafts to move about within a tank during a survey. Reference is made to IACS Recommendation 39 - Guidelines for the use of Boats or Rafts for Close-up surveys. 5.6 Survey Planning Meeting

5.6.1 Prior to the commencement of any part of the Special and Intermediate Survey a survey planning meeting is to be held between the attending Surveyor(s), the Owners Representative in attendance and the TM company representative, where involved. See also 8.1.2. 6. 76. 67.1 (void) DOCUMENTATION ON BOARD General

67.1.1 The Owners are is to supply and maintain on board documentation as specified in 67.2 and 6.3, which is to be readily available for the surveyor. 67.1.2 The documentation is to be kept on board for the life time of the ship. 67.2 Survey Report File

67.2.1 A Survey Report File is to be a part of the documentation on board consisting of Reports of structural surveys Executive Hull Summary Thickness measurement reports

67.2.2 The Survey Report File is to be available also in the Owners and the Classification Society's management offices. 67.3 Supporting Documents

67.3.1 The following additional documentation is to be available on board: Survey Programme as required by 5.1 until such time as the Special Survey or Intermediate Survey, as applicable, has been completed Main structural plans of cargo holds and Ballast Tanks Previous repair history Cargo and ballast history Inspection by ship's personnel with reference to . structural deterioration in general . leakages in bulkheads and piping . condition of coating or corrosion prevention system protection, if any A guidance for reporting is shown in Table III. Any other information that will help identify Suspect Areas requiring inspection Survey Programme as required by 5.1 until such time as the Special Survey has been completed

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67.4

Review of Documentation On Board

67.4.1 Prior to inspection, the Surveyor is to examine the completeness of the documentation on board, and its contents as a basis for the survey. 78. 78.1 PROCEDURES FOR THICKNESS MEASUREMENT General

78.1.1 The required thickness measurements, if not carried out by the Society itself, are to be witnessed by a surveyor of the Society. The surveyor is to be on board to the extent necessary to control the process. 78.1.2 The thickness measurement company is to be part of the survey planning meeting to be held prior to commencing the survey. 78.2 Certification of Thickness Measurement Company

78.2.1 The thickness measurement is to be carried out by a qualified company certified by the Classification Society according to principles stated in Ttable V. 78.3 Reporting

78.3.1 A thickness measurement report is to be prepared. The report is to give the location of measurement, the thickness measured as well as corresponding original thickness. Furthermore, the report is to give the date when the measurement was carried out, type of measuring equipment, names of personnel and their qualifications and has to be signed by the operator. The thickness measurement report is to follow the principles as specified in the Recommended Procedures for Thickness Measurement of Bulk Carriers, contained in Annex II. 7.3.2 The surveyor is to verify and countersign the thickness measurement report. The Surveyor is to review the final thickness measurement report and countersign the cover page. 89. 89.1 REPORTING AND EVALUATION OF SURVEY Evaluation of Survey Report

89.1.1 The data and information on the structural condition of the vessel collected during the survey is to be evaluated for acceptability and continued structural integrity of the vessel. 89.2 Reporting

89.2.1 Principles for survey reporting are shown in table VI. 89.2.2 When a survey is split between different survey stations, a report is to be made for each portion of the survey. A list of items examined and / or tested (pressure testing, thickness measurements etc.) and an indication of whether the item has been credited, are to be made available to the next attending surveyor(s), prior to continuing or completing the survey. 89.2.3 An Executive Hull Summary of the survey and results is to be issued to the Owner as shown in table VII and placed on board the vessel for reference at future surveys. The Executive Hull Summary is to be endorsed by the Classification Society's head office or regional managerial office.

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Special Survey No. 1 Age < 5

(A) - 25% of shell frames in the forward cargo hold at representative positions.

Special Survey No. 2 5 < Age < 10

(A)

Special Survey No. 3 10 < Age < 15

- All shell frames in the forward and one other selected cargo hold and 50 % of frames in each of the remaining cargo holds, including upper and lower end attachments and adjacent shell plating.

Special Survey No. 4 and Subsequent Age > 15

(A) - All shell frames in all cargo holds including upper and lower end attachments and adjacent shell plating.

(A)

- Selected frames in remaining cargo holds. - One transverse web with associated plating and longitudinals in two representative water ballast tanks of each type (i.e. topside, or hopper side or side tank). (B)

- All shell frames in (A) the forward cargo hold and 25% of shell frames in each of the remaining cargo holds, including upper and lower end attachments and adjacent shell plating.

Areas (B) - (E) as for Special Survey No. 3

(B)

- One transverse web with associated plating (B) and longitudinals in each water ballast tank (i.e topside, hopper side or side tank). - Forward and aft transverse bulkhead in one side ballast tank, including stiffening system. - All cargo hold transverse bulkheads, including internal structure of upper and lower stools, where fitted.

- All transverse webs with associated plating and longitudinals in each water ballast tank (i.e. topside, hopper side or side tank). - All transverse bulkheads in ballast tanks, including stiffening system.

(B)

(B)

(C) (C) - Two selected cargo hold transverse bulkheads, including internal structure of upper and lower stools, where fitted. All cargo hold hatch covers and coamings (plating and stiffeners).

Areas (C), (D) and (E) as for Special Survey No.2

(D)

(D)

All cargo hold hatch covers and coamings (plating and stiffeners).

(E) - All deck plating and under deck structure inside line of hatch openings between all cargo hold hatches.

(A) - Cargo hold transverse frames

(B) - Transverse web frame or watertight (C) - Cargo hold transverse transverse bulkhead in water ballast bulkheads plating, tanks stiffeners and girders (D) - Cargo hold hatch covers and (E) - Deck plating and under deck structure inside coamings line of hatch openings between cargo hold hatches See sketches of sheet 14 for the areas corresponding to (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E) See also sketch in Annex V for zones of side shell frames for ships subject to compliance with UR S31 Note: Close-up Survey of transverse bulkheads to be carried out at four levels: Level (a) Immediately above the inner bottom and immediately above the line of gussets (if fitted) and shedders for ships without lower stool. Level (b) Immediately above and below the lower stool shelf plate (for those ships fitted with lower stools), and immediately above the line of the shedder plates. Level (c) About mid-height of the bulkhead. Level (d) Immediately below the upper deck plating and immediately adjacent to the upper wing tank, and immediately below the upper stool shelf plate for those ships fitted with upper stools, or immediately below the topside tanks.

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TABLE II TABLE OF MINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR THE THICKNESS MEASUREMENT AT SPECIAL HULL SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS

Special Survey No. 1 Age 5

1. Suspect Areas

Special Survey No. 2 5 < Age 10

1. Suspect Areas 2. Within the cargo length: a) Two transverse section of deck plating outside line of cargo opening.

Special Survey No. 3 10 < Age 15

1. Suspect Areas 2. Within the cargo length: a) Each deck plate outside line of cargo hatch openings. b) 2 Transverse Sections, one in the amidship area, outside line of cargo hatch opening.

Special Survey No. 4 and Subsequent Age > 15

1. Suspect Areas 2. Within the cargo length: a) Each deck plate outside line of cargo hatch openings. b) 3 Transverse Sections, one in the amidship area, outside line of cargo hatch opening. c) Each bottom plate. Points 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 as for Special Survey No.3

3. Measurement for, general assessment and recording of corrosion pattern, of those structural members subject to close-up survey according to Table 1. 4. Wind and water strakes in way of the transverse sections considered under point 2 above.

3. Measurement for, general assessment and recording of corrosion pattern, of those structural members subject to close-up survey according to Table 1. 4. All wind and water strakes within the cargo length area.

5. Selected wind and water strakes outside the cargo length area. 5. See 1.1.5 and Annex V for additional thickness measurement guidelines 6. See 1.1.4 and Annex III applicable to the side shell for additional thickness measurement quidelines frames and brackets on applicable to the verticalships subject to compliance ly corrugated transverse with UR S31. watertight bulkhead between cargo hold Nos. 1 and 2 on ships subject to compliance with URs S19 and S23.

7. Point 5 as for Special Survey No.2.

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TABLE II MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THICKNESS MEASUREMENTS AT SPECIAL HULL SURVEY OF BULK CARRIERS
Special Survey No. 1 age 5 Suspect areas Special Survey No. 2
5 < age 10

Special Survey No. 3

10 < age 15

Special Survey No. 4 and Subsequent age > 15 Suspect areas Within the cargo length: each deck plate outside line of cargo hatch openings three transverse sections, one in the amidship area, outside line of cargo hatch openings each bottom plate All wind and water strakes, full length

Suspect areas Within the cargo length: Two transverse sections of deck plating outside line of cargo hatch openings

Suspect areas Within the cargo length: each deck plate outside line of cargo hatch openings two transverse sections, one in the amidship area, outside line of cargo hatch openings all wind and water strakes

Wind and water strakes in way of the two transverse sections considered above Selected wind and water strakes outside the cargo length area
Measurem ents, for general assessment and recording of corrosion pattern, of those structural members subject to close-up survey according to Table I

Selected wind and water strakes outside the cargo length area

Measurements, for general assessment and recording of corrosion pattern, of those structural members subject to close-up survey according to Table I See 1.1.4 and Annex III for additional thickness measurement quidelines applicable to the vertically corrugated transverse watertight bulkhead between cargo hold Nos. 1 and 2 on ships subject to compliance with URs S19 and S23.

Measurements, for general assessment and recording of corrosion pattern, of those structural members subject to close-up survey according to Table I See 1.1.4 and Annex III for additional thickness measurement quidelines applicable to the vertically corrugated transverse watertight bulkhead between cargo hold Nos. 1 and 2 on ships subject to compliance with URs S19 and S23. See 1.1.5 and Annex V for additional thickness measurement quidelines applicable to the side shell frames and brackets on ships subject to compliance with UR S31.

See 1.1.5 and Annex V for additional thickness measurement quidelines applicable to the side shell frames and brackets on ships subject to compliance with UR S31.

See 1.1.5 and Annex V for additional thickness measurement quidelines applicable to the side shell frames and brackets on ships subject to compliance with UR S31.

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TABLE III Ship Name: OWNERS INSPECTION REPORT - Structural Condition For Tank/Hold No: Grade of Steel: Deck Bottom Cracks Buckles : : Corrosion Side Long. Bhd Coating cond. : : Mod. /Rep.

Elements Other Deck:

Pitting

Bottom:

Side:

Long. Bulkheads:

Transv. Bulkheads:

Repairs carried out due to:

Thickness measurements carried out, dates: Results in General:

Overdue Surveys: Outstanding Conditions of class: Comments:

*Repairs are to be surveyed by the classification society

Date of Inspection: Inspected by: Signature:

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TABLE IV PRINCIPLES FOR PLANNING DOCUMENT Note: Table IV is superseded by Annex I: Guidelines for Technical Assessment in conjunction with planning for Enhanced Surveys of Bulk Carriers Special Survey - Hull.

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1. Application

TABLE V PROCEDURES FOR CERTIFICATION OF FIRMS ENGAGED IN THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF HULL STRUCTURES

This guidance applies for certification of the firms which intend to engage in the thickness measurement of hull structures of the vessels. 2. (1) Procedures for Certification Submission of Documents: Following documents are to be submitted to the society for approval; a) Outline of firms, e.g. organization and management structure. b) Experiences of the firms on thickness measurement inter alia of hull structures of the vessels. c) Technicians careers, i.e. experiences of technicians as thickness measurement operators, technical knowledge of hull structure etc. Operators, are to be qualified according to a recognized industrial NDT Standard. d) Equipment used for thickness measurement such as ultra-sonic testing machines and its maintenance/calibration procedures. e) A guide for thickness measurement operators. f) Training programmes of technicians for thickness measurement. g) Measurement record format in accordance with the Recommended Procedures for Thickness Measurements of Bulk Carriers, contained in Annex II. (2) Auditing of the firms: Upon reviewing the documents submitted with satisfactory results, the firm is audited in order to ascertain that the firm is duly orgainized and managed in accordance with the documents submitted, and eventually is capable of conducting thickness measurement of the hull construction of the ships. Certification is conditional on an onboard demonstration at thickness measurements as well as satisfactory reporting. Certification Upon satisfactory results of both the audit of the firm in 2(2) and the demonstration tests in 2(3) above, the Society will issue a Certificate of Approval as well as a notice to the effect that the thickness measurement operation system of the firm has been certified by the Society. Renewal/endorsement of the Certificate is to be made at intervals not exceeding 3 years by verification that original conditions are maintained. Information of any alteration to the Certified Thickness Measurement Operation System In case where any alteration to the certified thickness measurement operation system of the firm is made, such an alteration is to be immediately informed to the Society. Re-audit is made where deemed necessary by the Society. 5. (1) (2) (3) Cancellation of Approval Approval may be cancelled in the following cases: Where the measurements were improperly carried out or the results were improperly reported. Where the Society's surveyor found any deficiencies in the approved thickness measurement operation systems of the firm. Where the firm failed to inform of any alteration in 4 above to the Society

(3) 3. (1)

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TABLE VI SURVEY REPORTING PRINCIPLES As a principle, for bulk carriers subject to ESP, the surveyor is to include the following content in his report for survey of hull structure and piping systems, as relevant for the survey. The structure of the reporting content may be different, depending on the report system for the respective Societies. 1. General 1.1 A survey report is to be generated in the following cases: - In connection with commencement, continuation and / or completion of periodical hull surveys, i.e. annual, intermediate and special surveys, as relevant When structural damages / defects have been found When repairs, renewals or modifications have been carried out When condition of class (recommendation) has been imposed or deleted

1.2 The purpose of reporting is to provide: Evidence that prescribed surveys have been carried out in accordance with applicable classification rules Documentation of surveys carried out with findings, repairs carried out and condition of class (recommendation) imposed or deleted Survey records , including actions taken, which shall form an auditable documentary trail. Survey reports are to be kept in the survey report file required to be on board Information for planning of future surveys Information which may be used as input for maintenance of classification rules and instructions

1.3 When a survey is split between different survey stations, a report is to be made for each portion of the survey. A list of items surveyed, relevant findings and an indication of whether the item has been credited, are to be made available to the next attending surveyor, prior to continuing or completing the survey. Thickness measurement and tank testing carried out is also to be listed for the next surveyor. 2. Extent of the survey 2.1 Identification of compartments where an overall survey has been carried out. 2.2 Identification of locations, in each ballast tank and cargo hold including hatch covers and coamings, where a close-up survey has been carried out, together with information of the means of access used. 2.3 Identification of locations, in each ballast tank and cargo hold including hatch covers and coamings, where thickness measurement has been carried out. Note: As a minimum, the identification of location of close-up survey and thickness measurement is to include a confirmation with description of individual structural members corresponding to the extent of requirements stipulated in Z10.2 based on type of periodical survey and the ship's age.

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3.0 Result of the survey 3.1 Type, extent and condition of protective coating in each tank, as relevant (rated GOOD, FAIR or POOR). including identification of tanks fitted with anodes. 3.2 Structural condition of each compartment with information on the following, as relevant: Identification of findings, such as: Corrosion with description of location, type and extent Areas with substantial corrosion Cracks / fractures with description of location and extent Buckling with description of location and extent Indents with description of location and extent Identification of compartments where no structural damages / defects are found

The report may be supplemented by sketches / photos. 3.3 Thickness measurement report is to be verified and signed by the surveyor controlling the measurements on board. 4.0 Actions taken with respect to findings 4.1 Whenever the attending surveyor is of the opinion that repairs are required, each item to be repaired is to be identified in a numbered list. Whenever repairs are carried out, details of the repairs effected are to be reported by making specific reference to relevant items in the numbered list. 4.2 Repairs carried out are to be reported with identification of: Compartment Structural member Repair method (i.e. renewal or modification) Repair extent NDT / Tests

4.3 For repairs not completed at the time of survey, condition of class (recommendation) is to be imposed with a specific time limit for the repairs. In order to provide correct and proper information to the surveyor attending for survey of the repairs, condition of class (recommendation) is to be sufficiently detailed with identification of each item to be repaired. For identification of extensive repairs, reference may be given to the survey report. Z10.2-19

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IACS UNIFIED REQUIREMENTS FOR ENHANCED SURVEYS EXECUTIVE HULL SUMMARY Issued upon Completion of Special Survey

TABLE VII (i)

GENERAL PARTICULARS SHIPS NAME: CLASS IDENTIFY NUMBER: IMO IDENTIFY NUMBER: PORT OF REGISTRY: DEADWEIGHT (M. TONNES): NATIONAL FLAG: GROSS TONNAGE: NATIONAL: ITC (69): CLASSIFICATION NOTATION:

DATE OF BUILD: DATE OF MAJOR CONVERSION: TYPE OF CONVERSION: a) b) c)

The survey reports and documents listed below have been reviewed by the undersigned and found to be satisfactory A summary of the survey is attached herewith on sheet 2 The hull special survey has been completed in accordance with the Regulations on [date]

Executive Summary Report completed by:

Name Signature

Title

OFFICE Executive Summary Report verified by: OFFICE Attached reports and documents: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6)
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DATE Name Signature DATE Title

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EXECUTIVE HULL SUMMARY A) B) C) D) General Particulars: Report Review: Ref.Table VII (i) Where and how survey was done Extent (Which tanks)

TABLE VII(ii)

Close-up Survey: Thickness measurements:

Reference to Thickness Measurement report Summary of where measured Separate form indicating the tanks/areas with Substantial Corrosion, and corresponding Thickness diminution Corrosion pattern

E)

Tank Protection

Separate form indicating: Location of coating/anodes Condition of coating (if applicable) Identification of tanks/areas

F) G) H)

Repairs:

Condition of Class/Recommendations: Memoranda: Acceptable defects Any points of attention for future surveys, e.g. for Suspect Areas. Extended Annual/Intermediate survey due to coating breakdown Statement on evaluation/verification of survey report

I)

Conclusion

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EXTRACT OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENTS Reference is made to the thickness measurements report:

TABLE VII (iii)

1)

2)

Position of substantially corroded Tanks/Areas or Areas with deep pitting

Thickness diminution [%]

Corrosion pattern

Remarks: e.g. Ref. attached sketches

Remarks
1) 2)

Substantial corrosion, i.e. 75 100% of acceptable margins wasted P = Pitting C = Corrosion in General Any bottom plating with a pitting intensity of 20% or more, with wastage in the substantial corrosion range or having an average depth of pitting of 1/3 or more of actual plate thickness is to be noted.

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TANK PROTECTION

TABLE VII (iv)

1)

2)

3)

Tank/hold Nos.

Tank/hold protection

Coating condition

Remarks

Remarks:
1)

All ballast tanks and cargo holds to be listed.

2)

C = Coating
3)

A = Anodes

NP = No Protection

Coating condition according to the following standard GOOD condition with only minor spot rusting. FAIR condition with local breakdown at edges of stiffeners and weld connections and/or light rusting over 20% or more of areas under consideration, but less than as defined for POOR condition. POOR condition with general breakdown of coating over 20% or more of areas or hard scale at 10% or more of areas under consideration. If coating condition "POOR" is given, extended annual surveys are to be introduced. This is to be noted in part G) of the Executive Hull Summary.

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Requirements for extent of thickness measurement at those areas of Substantial Corrosion. Special Survey of Bulk Carriers within the cargo area.

TABLE VIII Sheet 1 SHELL STRUCTURES STRUCTURAL MEMBER 1. Bottom and Side Shell plating EXTENT OF MEASUREMENT a. PATTERN OF MEASUREMENT 5 point pattern for each panel between longitudinals

Suspect plate, plus four adjacent a. plates See other tables for particulars on gauging in way tanks and cargo holds

b.

2. Bottom/Side Shell longitudinals

Minimum of three longitudinals in way of suspect areas

3 measurements in line across web 3 measurements on flange

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Requirements for extent of thickness measurement at those areas of Substantial Corrosion. Special Survey of Bulk Carriers within the cargo area. TABLE VIII Sheet 2 TRANSVERSE BULKHEADS IN CARGO HOLDS

STRUCTURAL MEMBER 1. Lower Stool

EXTENT OF MEASUREMENT a. Transverse band within 25mm of welded connection to innerbottom Transverse band within 25mm of welded connection to shelf plate Transverse band at approximately mid height Transverse band at part of bulkhead adjacent to upper deck or below upper stool shelf plate (for those ships fitted with upper stools)

PATTERN OF MEASUREMENT a. 5 point between stiffeners over 1 metre length Ditto

b.

b.

2. Transverse Bulkhead

a. b.

a. b.

5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating

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Requirements for extent of thickness measurement at those areas of Substantial Corrosion. Special Survey of Bulk Carriers within the cargo area.

TABLE VIII Sheet 3 DECK STRUCTURE INCLUDING CROSS STRIPS, MAIN CARGO HATCHWAYS, HATCH COVERS, COAMINGS AND TOPSIDE TANKS STRUCTURAL MEMBER 1. Cross Deck Strip plating EXTENT OF MEASUREMENT Suspect cross deck strip plating PATTERN OF MEASUREMENT a. 5 point pattern between underdeck stiffeners over 1 metre length a. 5 point pattern at each end and mid span b. 5 point pattern on both web and flange a. 5 point pattern at each location b. 5 point measurement each band

2. Underdeck Stiffeners

a. b.

Transverse members Longitudinal member Side and end skirts, each 3 locations 3 longitudinal bands, outboard strakes (2) and centerline strake (1)

3. Hatch Covers

a. b.

4. Hatch Coamings

Each side and end of coaming, one band lower 1/3, one band upper 2/3 of coaming

5 point measurement each band i.e. end or side coaming

5. Topside Water Ballast Tanks a. i.

Watertight transverse bulkheads lower 1/3 of bulkhead i. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating ii. upper 2/3 of bulkhead ii. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating iii. stiffeners iii. 5 point pattern over 1 metre length b. i. ii. 2 representative swash transverse bulkheads lower 1/3 of bulkhead upper 2/3 of bulkhead

iii. stiffeners c. i. ii. 3 representative bays of slope plating lower 1/3 of tank upper 2/3 of tank

i. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating ii. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating iii. 5 point pattern over 1 metre length i. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating ii. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating

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TABLE VIII Sheet 3 contd DECK STRUCTURE INCLUDING CROSS STRIPS, MAIN CARGO HATCHWAYS, HATCH COVERS, COAMINGS AND TOPSIDE TANKS

STRUCTURAL MEMBER 5. Topside Water Ballast Tanks (contd)

EXTENT OF MEASUREMENT

PATTERN OF MEASUREMENT

d.

Longitudinals, suspect and adjacent

d. 5 point pattern both web and flange over 1 metre length 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating 5 point pattern on both web and flange over 1 metre length 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre

6. Main Deck Plating 7. Main Deck Longitudinals 8. Web frames/Transverses

Suspect plates and adjacent (4) Minimum of 3 longitudinals where plating measured Suspect plates

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Requirements for extent of thickness measurement at those areas of Substantial Corrosion. Special Survey of Bulk Carriers within the cargo area.

TABLE VIII Sheet 4 DOUBLE BOTTOM AND HOPPER STRUCTURE

STRUCTURAL MEMBER

EXTENT OF MEASUREMENT

PATTERN OF MEASUREMENT

1. Inner/Double Bottom Plating Suspect plate plus all adjacent plates 5 point pattern for each panel between longitudinals over 1 metre length 2. Inner/Double Bottom Longitudinals 3. Longitudinal Girders or or Transverse floors 4. Watertight Bulkheads (WT Floors) Three longitudinals where plates measured b. a. b. 5. Web Frames 6. Bottom/side shell longitudinals Suspect plates lower 1/3 of tank upper 2/3 of tank +3 measurements in line across web and 3 measurements on flange b. 5 point pattern over about 1 square metre a. 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating b. 5 point pattern alternate plates over 1 sq. metre of plating 5 point pattern over 1 sq. metre of plating 3 measurements in line across web 3 measurements on flange

Suspect plate Minimum of three longitudinals in way of suspect areas

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Requirements for extent of thickness measurement at those areas of Substantial Corrosion. Special Survey of Bulk Carriers within the cargo area.

TABLE VIII Sheet 5 CARGO HOLDS

STRUCTURAL MEMBER 1. Side Shell frames

EXTENT OF MEASUREMENT Suspect frame and each adjacent

PATTERN OF MEASUREMENT a. At each end and mid span: 5 point pattern of both web and flange b. 5 point pattern within 25 mm of welded attachment to both shell and lower slope plate

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ANNEX I
GUIDELINES FOR TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH PLANNING FOR ENHANCED SURVEYS OF BULK CARRIERS SPECIAL SURVEY - HULL Contents: 1. 2. INTRODUCTION PURPOSE AND PRINCIPLES 2.1 Purpose 2.2 Minimum Requirements 2.3 Timing 2.4 Aspects to be Considered TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT 3.1 General 3.2 Methods 3.2.1 Design Details 3.2.2 Corrosion 3.2.3 Locations for Close-up Survey and Thickness Measurement

3.

REFERENCES 1. IACS Unified Requirement Z10.2, "Hull Surveys of Bulk Carriers." 2.TSCF, "Guidance Manual for the Inspection and Condition Assessment of Tanker Structures, 1986." 3.TSCF, "Condition Evaluation and Maintenance of Tanker Structures, 1992." 4. IACS, "Bulk Carriers: Guidelines for Surveys, Assessment and Repair of Hull Structures, 1994." 1.0 INTRODUCTION These guidelines contain information and suggestions concerning technical assessments which may be of use in conjunction with the planning of enhanced special surveys of bulk carriers. As indicated in section 5.1.5 of IACS Unified Requirement Z10.2, "Hull Surveys of Bulk Carriers," (Ref. 1), the guidelines are a recommended tool which may be invoked at the discretion of an IACS Member Society, when considered necessary and appropriate, in conjunction with the preparation of the required Survey Programme. 2.0 PURPOSE AND PRINCIPLES

2.1 Purpose The purpose of the technical assessments described in these guidelines is to assist in identifying critical structural areas, nominating suspect areas and in focusing attention on structural elements or areas of structural elements which may be particularly susceptible to, or evidence a history of, wastage or damage. This information may be useful in nominating locations, areas, holds and tanks for thickness measurement, close-up survey and tank testing. Critical Structural Areas are locations which have been identified from calculations to require monitoring or from the service of the subject ship or from similar or sister ships (if available) to be sensitive to cracking, buckling or corrosion which would impair the structural integrity of the ship. 2.2 Minimum Requirements However, these guidelines may not be used to reduce the requirements pertaining to thickness measurement, close-up survey and tank testing contained in Tables I, II and paragraph 2.5, respectively, of Z10.2; which are, in all cases, to be complied with as a minimum. 2.3 Timing As with other aspects of survey planning, the technical assessments described in these guidelines should be worked out by the Owner or operator in cooperation with the Classification Society well in advance of the commencement of the Special Survey, i.e., prior to commencing the survey and normally at least 12 to 15 months before the survey's completion due date.

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2.4

Aspects to be Considered

Technical assessments, which may include quantitative or qualitative evaluation of relative risks of possible deterioration, of the following aspects of a particular ship may be used as a basis for the nomination of holds, tanks and areas for survey: *Design features such as stress levels on various structural elements, design details and extent of use of high tensile steel. *Former history with respect to corrosion, cracking, buckling, indents and repairs for the particular ship as well as similar vessels, where available. *Information with respect to types of cargo carried, protection of tanks, and condition of coating, if any, of holds and tanks. Technical assessments of the relative risks of susceptibility to damage or deterioration of various structural elements and areas are to be judged and decided on the basis of recognized principles and practices, such as may be found in the IACS publication "Bulk Carriers: Guidelines for Surveys, Assessment and Repair of Hull Structure," (Ref. 4). 3.0 3.1 TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT General

There are three basic types of possible failure which may be the subject of technical assessment in connection with planning of surveys; corrosion, cracks and buckling. Contact damages are not normally covered by the survey plan since indents are usually noted in memoranda and assumed to be dealt with as a normal routine by Surveyors. Technical assessments performed in conjunction with the survey planning process are, in principle, to be as shown schematically in Figure 1 depicts, schematically, how technical assessments can be carried out in conjunction with the survey planning process. The approach is basically an evlauation of the risk based on the knowledge and experience related to design and corrosion. The design is to be considered with respect to structural details which may be susceptible to buckling or cracking as a result of vibration, high stress levels or fatigue. Corrosion is related to the ageing process, and is closely connected with the quality of corrosion protection at newbuilding, and subsequent maintenance during the service life. Corrosion may also lead to cracking and/or buckling. 3.2 Methods

3.2.1 Design Details Damage experience related to the ship in question and similar ships, where available, is the main source of information to be used in the process of planning. In addition, a selection of structural details from the design drawings is to be included. Typical damage experience to be considered will consist of: Number, extent, location and frequency of cracks. Location of buckles. This information may be found in the survey reports and/or the Owner's files, including the results of the Owner's own inspections. The defects are to be analyzed, noted and marked on sketches. In addition, general experience is to be utilized. For example, Figure 2 shows typical locations in bulk carriers which experience has shown may be susceptible to structrual damage. Also, reference is to be made to IACS's "Bulk Carriers: Guidelines for Survey, Assessment and Repair," (Ref. 4) which contains a catalogue of typical damages and proposed repair methods for various bulk carrier structural details.

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Such figures are to be used together with a review of the main drawings, in order to compare with the actual structure and search for similar details which may be susceptible to damage. An example is shown in Figure 3. The review of the main structural drawings, in addition to using the above mentioned figures, is to include checking for typical design details where cracking has been experienced. The factors contributing to damage are to be carefully considered. The use of high tensile steel (HTS) is an important factor. Details showing good service experience where ordinary, mild steel has been used may be more susceptible to damage when HTS, and its higher associated stresses are utilized. There is extensive and, in general, good experience, with the use of HTS for longitudinal material in deck and bottom structures. Experience in other locations, where the dynamic stresses may be higher, is less favorable, e.g. side structures. In this respect, stress calculations of typical and important components and details, in accordance with the latest Rules or other relevant methods, may prove useful and are to be considered. The selected areas of the structure identified during this process are to be recorded and marked on the structural drawings to be included in the Survey Programme. 3.2.2 Corrosion In order to evaluate relative corrosion risks, the following information is generally to be considered: Usage of Tanks, Holds and Spaces Condition of Coatings Condition of Anodes Cleaning Procedures Previous Corrosion Damage Ballast use and time for Cargo Holds Risk of Corrosion in Cargo Holds and Ballast Tanks Location of Ballast Tanks Adjacent to Heated Fuel Oil Tanks Ref. 3 gives definitive examples which can be used for judging and describing coating condition, using typical pictures of conditions. For bulk carriers, Ref. 4 is to be used as the basis for the evaluation, together with relevant information on the anticipated condition of the ship as derived from the information collected in order to prepare the Survey Programme and the age of the ship. The various tanks, holds and spaces are to be listed with the corrosion risks nominated accordingly. 3.2.3 Locations for Close-up Survey and Thickness Measurement On the basis of the table of corrosion risks and the evaluation of design experience, the locations for initial close-up survey and thickness measurement (sections) may be nominated. The sections subject to thickness measurement are to normally be nominated in tanks, holds and spaces where corrosion risk is judged to be the highest. The nomination of tanks, holds and spaces for close-up survey is to, initially, be based on highest corrosion risk, and is to always include ballast tanks. The principle for the selection should be that the extent is increased by age or where information is insufficient or unreliable.

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Input: Drawings, Reports, Acceptable Corrosion Allowance

Collection of Information

Coating Condition Anode Condition Usage of Tanks

Design Related Risk Analyse: Hull Damage This Ship

Corrosion Risk Coating condition Anodes Condition Usage of Tanks

Analyse Hull Damage for Similar Ships Where Available Hull Damage : General Experience

Corrosion Damage This Ship

Corrosion Damage Similar Ship where Available

Present Areas where Damage has been found and Risks considered high. Mark Sketches or Drawings

Location for Thickness Measurement and Close-Up Survey

Survey Programme

Acceptance by Class &Owner

Survey

Figure 1:

Technical Assessment & the Survey Planning Process

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FIGURE 2:

TYPICAL LOCATIONS SUSCEPTIBLE TO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE OR CORROSION

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AREA 1
Detail of damage

Structural item

Side shell frames and end brackets (separate bracket configuration) Fractures in brackets at termination of frame

EXAMPLE 1

Sketch of damage

Sketch of repair

Topside tank

Side shell

Fractures

Side shell

Hopper tank

; ;; ; ;
Topside tank S Snipe frame x S 0,3x 0,3Y S Y Snipe frame Hopper tank S S = Sniped end

Modified brackets

Separate Bracket Configuration Notes on possible cause of damage

3276/04

1. This type of damage is due to stress concentration.

Notes on repairs 1. For small fractures e.g. hairline fractures, the fracture can be 'veed' out, welded up, ground and examined by NDT for fractures. 2. For larger/significant fractures consideration is to be given to cropping and partly renewing/renewing the frame brackets. If renewing the brackets, ends of frames can be sniped to soften them. 3. If felt prudent, soft toes are to be incorporated at the boundaries of the bracket to the wing tanks. 4. Attention to be given to the structure in wing tanks in way of the extended bracket arm i.e. reinforcement provided in line with the bracket arm.
3276/23

FIGURE 3:

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TYPICAL DAMAGE AND REPAIR EXAMPLE (REPRODUCED FROM REF: 4)

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Annex II Z10.2 Annex

cont'd

IACS Recommended Procedures for Thickness Measurements of Bulk Carriers *

Permsec Note: 4072cNVa (11 May 2004) suggests: 1) surveyors signature is to be deleted from all Z10s TM Forms: 2) the wording of notes and Instruction of Annex II is to indicate that Annex II is not mandatory. (For reasons of economy, here is a note given as a declaration)

See 7.3.2 of Z10s.

* Note: Annex II is recommendatory.

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Z10.2 Annex
cont'd

1. 2.

This document is to be used for recording thickness measurements as required by the IACS Unified Requirement Z10.2. Reporting forms TM1-BC, TM2-BC, TM3-BC, TM4-BC, TM5-BC, TM6-BC and TM7-BC (sheets 4-11) are to be used for recording thickness measurements and the minimum allowable diminution is to be stated. The minimum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document. The remaining sheets 12-14 are guidance diagrams and notes relating to the reporting forms and the IACS Unified Requirements for thickness measurement.

3.

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Z10.2 Annex
cont'd Sheet 1 Sheet 2 Sheet 3 REPORTS Sheet 4 Sheet 5 Sheet 6 Sheet 7 Sheet 8 Sheet 9 Sheet 10 Sheet 11 Front cover Contents General particulars

CONTENTS

Report TM1-BC for recording the thickness measurement of all deck plating, all bottom shell plating and side shell plating. Report TM2-BC (i) for recording the thickness measurement of shell and deck plating at transverse sections - strength deck and sheerstrake plating. Report TM2-BC (ii) for recording the thickness measurement of shell and deck plating at transverse sections - shell plating. Report TM3-BC for recording the thickness measurement of longitudinal members at transverse sections. Report TM4-BC for recording the thickness measurement of transverse structural members. Report TM5-BC for recording the thickness measurement of cargo hold transverse bulkheads. Report TM6-BC for recording the thickness measurement of miscellaneous structural members. Report TM7-BC for recording the thickness measurement of cargo hold transverse frames. Report TM7-BC S31 forrecording thickness measurement of cargo hold side shell frames under UR S31

Sheet 11 bis -

GUIDANCE Sheet 12 Sheet 13 Sheet 14 Bulk Carrier typical transverse section. The diagram includes details of the items to be measured and the report forms to be used. Transverse section outline. This diagram may be used for those ships where the diagram on sheet 12 is not suitable. Sketches of bulk carrier showing typical areas for thickness measurement of cargo hold frames, structural members and transverse bulkheads in association with close-up survey requirements. Thickness Measurement - Ore Carriers Typical transverse section indicating longitudinal and transverse members

Sheet 15 Sheet 16

- Thickness Measurement - Ore Carriers Close-Up Survey Requirements

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Z10.2 Annex
cont'd Ships name:IMO number:Class identity number:Port of registry:Gross tons:Deadweight:Date of build:Classification Society:-

GENERAL PARTICULARS

Name of Company performing thickness measurement:Thickness measurement company certified by:Certificate No:Certificate valid from .................... to ........................ Place of measurement:First date of measurement:Last date of measurement:Special survey/intermediate survey due:-* Details of measurement equipment:Qualification of operators:-

Report Number:Names of operator:- ----------------------------Signature of operator:- ------------------------Company official stamp:-

consisting of

Sheets

Name of surveyor:- --------------------------Signature of surveyor:- ----------------------Classification Society Official Stamp:

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Z10.2 Annex

TM1BC
( * delete as appropriate) Class Identity No. ................................................................ Report No. .........................................................

Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT of ALL DECK PLATING, ALL BOTTOM SHELL PLATING or SIDE SHELL PLATING*

Ship's name....................................................

STRAKE POSITION
Mean Diminution

PLATE POSITION Diminution S mm % P P Gauged S

No. or Letter %

Org. Thk. mm

Gauged P S

Forward Reading Diminution P mm %

Aft Reading Diminution P Diminution S mm % mm %

Maximum Allowable Diminution

mm

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12th forward 11th 10th 9th 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st Amidships 1st aft 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th

12th

Operators Signature..............................................................

Surveyors Signature ..........................................................................

NOTES See Reverse

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cont'd 1. ABCD2.

NOTES This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of:All strength deck plating within cargo length area. Keel, bottom shell plating and bilge plating within the cargo length area. Side shell plating that is all wind and water strakes within the cargo length area. Side shell plating that is selected wind and water strakes outside the cargo length area.

The strake position is to be cleared indicates as follows:2.1 2.2 2.3 For strength deck indicate the number of the strake of plating inboard from the stringer plate. For bottom plating indicate the number of the strake of plating outboard from the keel plate. For side shell plating give number of the strake of plating sheerstrake and letter as shown on shell expansion.

3. 4. 5.

Only the deck plating strakes outside line of openings are to be recorded. Measurements are to be taken at the forward and aft areas of all plates and the single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Z10.2

TM2-BC (I)
Class Identity No. .................................................................... STRENGTH DECK AND SHEERSTRAKE PLATING SECOND TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER No. or Letter mm mm P S % mm mm % Org. Thk. Max. Alwb. Dim. Gauged
Diminution P Diminution S

Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF SHELL AND DECK PLATING (one, two or three transverse sections)
Report No. .......................................................................

Ship's name........................................................

FIRST TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

Diminution P Diminution S

THIRD TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

Diminution S

STRAKE POSITION mm % % mm

Org. Max. No. Thk. Alwb. Gauged Dim. or Letter mm mm S P

Org. Max. Diminution No. Thk. Alwb. Gauged P Dim. or Letter mm mm P S mm %

mm

Stringer Plate

1st strake inboard

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

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6th

7th

8th

9th

10th

11th

12th

13th

14th

centre strake

sheer strake

TOPSIDE TOTAL Surveyors Signature .................................................................................... NOTES See Reverse

Operators Signature......................................................................

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NOTES

Z10.2 Annex
cont'd

1.

This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of:Strength deck plating and sheerstrake plating transverse sections:Two or three section within the cargo length area, comprising of the structural items (1), (2) and (3) as shown on the diagram of typical transverse section.

2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Only the deck plating strakes outside the line of openings are to be recorded. The topside area comprises deck plating, stringer plate and sheerstrake (including rounded gunwales). The exact frame station of measurement is to be stated. The single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Z10.2 Annex

TM2-BC (II)
Class Identity No. .................................................................... SHELL PLATING SECOND TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER No. or Letter mm mm P S % mm mm % Org. Thk. Max. Alwb. Dim. Gauged
Diminution P Diminution S

Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF SHELL AND DECK PLATING (one, two or three transverse sections)
Report No. .......................................................................

Ship's name........................................................

FIRST TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

Diminution P Diminution S

THIRD TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

Diminution S

STRAKE POSITION mm % mm %

Org. Max. No. Thk. Alwb. Gauged Dim. or Letter mm mm S P

Org. Max. Diminution No. Thk. Alwb. Gauged P Dim. or Letter mm mm P S mm %

mm

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1st below sheer strake 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 13th 14th 15th 16th 17th 18th 19th 20th keel strake BOTTOM TOTAL Surveyors Signature .................................................................................... NOTES See Reverse

Operators Signature......................................................................

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Z10.2 Annex
cont'd 1. Shell plating transverse sections:-

NOTES This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of:-

Two or three sections within cargo length area comprising of the structural (4), (5), (6) and (7) as shown on the diagram of typical transverse section. 2. 3. 4. 5. The bottom area comprises keel, bottom and bilge plating. The exact frame station of measurement is to be stated. The single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Z10.2 Annex

TM3-BC
Class Identity No. ........................................................................

Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF LONGITUDINAL MEMBERS (one, two or three transverse sections)
Report No. ..................................................................

Ship's name........................................................

FIRST TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

SECOND TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

THIRD TRANSVERSE SECTION AT FRAME NUMBER

STRUCTURAL MEMBER No. mm P P S mm % S % % mm mm mm mm mm %

Org. Max. Item Thk. Alwb. Gauged Dim. No.

Diminution P Diminution S

Item No.

Org. Thk. Max. Alwb. Dim. Gauged

Diminution P Diminution Item S

Org. Max. Thk. Alwb. Dim. mm

Gauged P S

Diminution P

Diminution S

mm

mm

mm

mm

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Operators Signature......................................................................

Surveyors Signature ....................................................................................

NOTES See Reverse

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Z10.2 Annex
cont'd 1.

NOTES This report is to be used used for recording the thickness measurement of:Longitudinal Members at transverse sections:Two, or three sections within the cargo length area, comprising of the appropriate structural items (8) to (20) as shown on diagram of typical transverse section. 2. 3. 4. The exact frame station of measurement is to be stated. The single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Z10.2 Annex

TM4-BC
Class Identity No. ................................................................ Report No. ........................................................

Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF TRANSVERSE STRUCTURAL MEMBERS In the double bottom, hopper side and topside water ballast tanks

Ship's name....................................................

TANK DESCRIPTION:

LOCATION OF STRUCTURE: Gauged P S mm % Diminution P mm Diminution S %

STRUCTURAL MEMBER ITEM

mm

Original Thickness mm

Max. Alwb. Dim.

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NOTES 1. This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of transverse structural members, comprising of the appropriate structural items (23) to (25) as shown on diagram of typical transverse section, sheet 12 of this document. Guidance for areas if measurement is indicated on the diagrams shown on sheet 14 of this document. The single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

2. 3. 4.

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Z10.2 Annex

TM5-BC Report on THICKNESS OF CARGO HOLD TRANSVERSE BULKHEADS

Class Identity No. ................................................................ Report No. .........................................................

Ship's name....................................................

LOCATION OF STRUCTURE:

FRAME NO. :

STRUCTURAL COMPONENT (PLATING/STIFFENER) Original Thickness mm Gauged Port Starboard mm % Diminution P Diminution S mm % Max. Alwb. Dim. mm

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cont'd 1. 2. 3. 4.

NOTES This report form is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of cargo hold transverse bulkheads. Guidance for areas of measurement is indicated on the diagrams shown on sheet 14 of this document. The single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Z10.2 Annex

TM6-BC
Class Identity No. ................................................................ Report No. .........................................................

Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF MISCELLANEOUS STRUCTURAL MEMBERS

Ship's name....................................................

STRUCTURAL MEMBER: SKETCH

LOCATION OF STRUCTURE: Gauged P S mm % mm % Diminution P Diminution S

Description

Org. Thk. mm

Max. Alwb. Dim. mm

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NOTES This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of miscellaneous structural members including the structural items (28), (29), (30) and (31) as shown on diagram of typical transverse section, sheet 12 of this document. Guidance for areas of measurement is indicated on sheet 14 of this document. The single measurements recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Z10.2 Annex

TM7-BC Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF CARGO HOLD TRANSVERSE FRAMES

Class Identity No. ....................................................................... CARGO HOLD NO. UPPER PART MID PART Diminution S Gauged P S % mm % mm mm mm P Diminution S mm % mm mm Org. Thk. Diminution P
Max. Alwb. Dim.

Ship's name........................................................

Report No. ...............................................................

LOWER PART Org. Thk.

Max. Alwb. Dim.

FRAME NUMBER S mm %

Org. Thk. Diminution P

Max. Alwb. Dim.

Gauged

Gauged S

Diminution P mm %

Diminution S mm %

mm

mm

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cont'd 1. Cargo Hold Transverse Frames

NOTES This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of:-

Structural item number 34 as shown on the diagram of typical transverse section, sheet 12 of this document. 2. Guidance for areas of measurement is indicated on the diagrams shown on sheet 14 of this document. The single measurement recorded are to represent the average of multiple measurements. The location and pattern of measurements is to be indicated on the sketches of hold frames shown below.

3.

Upper part

Mid part

Lower part

Typical transverse frames in cargo hold Thickness gauging area A

Non - typical transverse frame in cargo hold Thickness gauging area

4.

The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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Report on THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF CARGO HOLD SIDE SHELL FRAMES TM7-BC S31 Ships Name Class identity No. . Report No. . CARGO HOLD NO.: Side: (Port / stb.) ZONE A ZONE B ZONE C ZONE D
Org. Thk. Thk. tREN tCOAT tM Diminution tREN tCOAT tM Diminution Org. Thk. tREN tCOAT tM Diminution

cont'd

Z10.2 Annex

FRAME NO

Org. Thk.

tREN

tCOAT tM

Diminution

New TM Table (Rev.15)

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

mm

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NOTES This report is to be used for recording the thickness measurement of:Cargo Hold Transverse Frames for application of UR S31 2. 3. Guidance for areas of measurement is provided in Annex V. The maximum allowable diminution could be stated in an attached document.

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THICKNESS MEASUREMENT - BULK CARRIERS

Typical transverse section indicating longitudinal and transverse members
1 28 8 2 3

9 10 24 11 9 12 16

Single or double skin

4 31 34

19 16 20 17 14 14 18 14 15 25 5 13 7 6

23

Report on TM2

Report on TM3-BC

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Strength deck plating Stringer plate Sheerstrake Side shell plating Bilge plating Bottom shell plating Keel plate

8 9

Deck longitudinals Deck girders

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Side shell longitudinals Inner bottom plating Inner botom longitudinals Hopper side plating Hopper side longitudinals

10 Sheerstrake longitudinals 11 Topside tank sloping plating 12 Topside tank sloping plating longitudinals 13 Bottom longitudinals 14 Bilge girders 15 Bilge Longitudinals

Report on TM4

Report on TM6-BC

Report on TM7-BC

23 24 25 26 27

Double bottom tank floors Topside tank transverses Hopper side tank transverses

28 29 30 31 32 33

Hatch coamings Deck plating between hatches Hatch covers Inner bulkhead plating

34 Hold frames or diaphragms

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THICKNESS MEASUREMENT - BULK CARRIERS

Bulk Carriers : Typical transverse section outline
To be used for longitudinal and transverse members where the typical Bulk Carrier section is not applicable

Report on TM2

Report on TM3-BC

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Strength deck plating Stringer plate Sheerstrake Side shell plating Bilge plating Bottom shell plating Keel plate

8 9

Deck longitudinals Deck girders

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Side shell longitudinals Inner bottom plating Inner botom longitudinals Hopper side plating Hopper side longitudinals

10 Sheerstrake longitudinals 11 Topside tank sloping plating 12 Topside tank sloping plating longitudinals 13 Bottom longitudinals 14 Bottom girders 15 Bilge Longitudinals

Report on TM4

Report on TM6-BC

Report on TM7-BC

23 24 25 26 27

Double bottom tank floors Topside tank transverses Hopper side tank transverses

28 29 30 31 32 33

Hatch coamings Deck plating between hatches Hatch covers Inner bulkhead plating

34 Hold frames or diaphragms

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Close-up Survey and Thickness Measurement Areas

Typical transverse section
D Areas A , B and D

Thickness to be reportedd on TM3-BC, TM4-BC, TM6-BC and TM7-BC as appropriate

A cargo hold, transverse bulkhead

Upper stool Topside tank

Area

C Lower stool Hopper side tank

Double bottom tank

Thickness to be reported on TM5-BC

Typical areas of deck plating inside line of hatch openings between cargo hold hatches
Area E

Hatch opening

Hatch opening

Hatch opening

Thickness to be reported on TM6-BC

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Thickness Measurement - Ore Carriers Typical transverse section indicating longitudinal and transverse members

Report on TM2-T (i) & (ii)

Report on TM3-T

Report on TM4-T

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Strength deck plating Stringer plate Sheerstrake Side shell plating Bilge plating Bottom shell plating Keel plate

Report on TM6-T 36. Hatch coamings 37. Deck plating between hatches 38. Hatch covers 39. 40.

8. Deck longitudinals 9. Deck girders 10. Sheerstrake longitudinals 11. Longitudinal bulkhead top strake 12. Bottom longitudinals 13. Bottom girders 14. Bilge longitudinals 15. Longitudinal bulkhead lower strake 16. Side shell longitudinals 17. Longitudinal bulkhead plating (remainder) 18. Longitudinal bulkhead longitudinals 19. Inner bottom plating 20. Inner bottom longitudinals 21. 22. 23. 24.

25. Deck transverse centre tank 26. Bottom transverse centre tank 27. Deck transverse wing tank 28. Side shell vertical web 29. Longitudinal bulkhead vertical web 30. Bottom transverse wing tank 31. Struts 32. Transverse web face plate 33. D.B. Floors 34. 35.

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Thickness Measurement - Ore Carriers Close-up Survey Requirements

Typical transverse section close-up survey

C B B and E

Typical transverse bulkhead

Upper Stool

D
Lower stool

Double bottom tank

Thickness to be reported on TM3-T and TM4-T as appropriate Close-up survey area

Thickness to be reported on TM5-T Recommendations for the extent and patterm of gaugings are indicated in Table VIII.

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1.

ANNEX III Guidelines for the Gauging of the Vertically Corrugated Transverse Watertight Bulkhead between Holds Nos. 1 and 2
Gauging is necessary to determine the general condition of the structure and to define the extent of possible repairs and/or reinforcements of the vertically corrugated transverse watertight bulkhead for verification of the compliance with UR S19. Taking into account the buckling model applied in UR S19 in the evaluation of strength of the bulkhead, it is essential to determine the thickness diminution at the critical levels shown in Figures 1 and 2. The gauging is to be carried out at the levels as described below. To adequately assess the scantlings of each individual vertical corrugation, each corrugation flange, web, shedder plate and gusset plate within each of the levels given below are to be gauged. Level (a) Ships without lower stool (see Figure 1) : Locations: The mid-breadth of the corrugation flanges at approximately 200 mm above the line of shedder plates; The middle of gusset plates between corrugation flanges, where fitted; The middle of the shedder plates; The mid-breadth of the corrugation webs at approximately 200 mm above the line of shedder plates. Level (b) Ships with lower stool (see Figure 2): Locations: The mid-breadth of the corrugation flanges at approximately 200 mm above the line of shedder plates; The middle of gusset plates between corrugation flanges, where fitted; The middle of the shedder plates; The mid-breadth of the corrugation webs at approximately 200 mm above the line of shedder plates. Level (c) Ships with or without lower stool (see Figures 1 and 2): Locations: The mid-breadth of the corrugation flanges and webs at about the mid-height of the corrugation. 4. 5. Where the thickness changes within the horizontal levels, the thinner plate is to be gauged. Steel renewal and/or reinforcement is to comply with S19.

2.

3.

III-1

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lev el c

lev e l a

F ig u re 1

lev el c

le v e l b

F ig u re 2

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ANNEX IV Additional annual survey reqiuirements for the foremost cargo hold of ships subject to SOLAS XII/9.1

General

1.1 In the case of Bulk Carrier over 5 years of age, the Annual Survey is to include, in addition to the requirements of the Annual Surveys prescribed in chapter 3, an examination of the following items: 1.2 Extent of Survey

1.2.1 For bulk carriers of 5 - 15 years of age: a) An Overall Survey of the foremost cargo hold, including Close-up Survey of sufficient extent, minimum 25% of frames, is to be carried out to establish the condition of: Shell frames including their upper and lower end attachments, adjacent shell plating, and transverse bulkheads. Areas found suspect according to chapter 1.2.8 at the previous Special Survey. Suspect areas identified at previous surveys (see 1.2.9 of UR Z10.2).

For b) Where considered necessary by the surveyor as a result of the Overall and Close-up Survey as harmonization: described in a) above, the survey is to be extended to include a Close-up Survey of all of the shell frames and adjacent shell plating of the cargo hold. 1060gABi For bulk carriers exceeding 15 years of age: (19/11/2004) 1.2.2 a) An Overall Survey of the foremost cargo hold, including Close-up Survey is to be carried out to establish the condition of : All shell frames including their upper and lower end attachments, adjacent shell plating, and transverse bulkheads. Areas found suspect according to chapter 1.2.8 at the previous Special Survey. Suspect areas identified at previous surveys(see 1.2.9 of UR Z10.2). 1.3 Extent of Thickness Measurement

1.3.1 Thickness measurement is to be carried out to an extent sufficient to determine both general and local corrosion levels at areas subject to Close-up Survey, as described in 1.2.1 a) and 1.2.2. a) above. The minimum requirement for thickness measurements are suspect areas identified at previous surveys(see 1.2.9 of UR Z10.2). areas found to be Suspect Areas according to chapter 1.2.8 at the previous Special Survey. Where Substantial Corrosion as defined in chapter 1.2.9 is found, the extent of thickness measurements should be increased with the requirements of Table VIII. 1.3.2 The thickness measurement may be dispensed with provided the surveyor is satisfied by the Close-up Survey, that there is no structural diminution and the Protective Coating where fitted remains effective. 1.4 Special Consideration

1.4.1 Where the protective coating in the foremost cargo hold, as defined by Z.9 is found to be in GOOD condition, the extent of close-up surveys and thickness measurements may be specially considered.

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ANNEX V

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1.

Guidelines for the Gauging of Side Shell Frames and Brackets in Single Side Skin Bulk Carriers required to comply with UR S31

General

Gauging is necessary to determine the general condition of the structure and to define the extent of possible steel renewals or other measures for the webs and flanges of side shell frames and brackets for verification of the compliance with UR S31. 2. Zones of Side Shell Frames and Brackets

For the purpose of steel renewal, sand blasting and coating, four zones A, B, C and D are defined, as shown in Figure 1. Zones A & B are considered to be the most critical zones.

Lower part of side frame

Figure 1 Zones of side shell frames and brackets

3.

Pitting and grooving

Pits can grow in a variety of shapes, some of which would need to be ground before assessment. Pitting corrosion may be found under coating blisters, which must be removed before inspection. To measure the remaining thickness of pits or grooving the normal ultrasonic transducer (generally 10mm diameter) will not suffice. A miniature transducer (3 to 5 mm diameter) must be used. Alternatively the gauging firm must use a pit gauge to measure the depth of the pits and grooving and calculate the remaining thickness.

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3.1

Assessment based upon Area

This is the method specified in S31.2.5 and is based upon the intensity determined from Figure 2 below.

5 % scattered

20 % scattered

10 % scattered

25 % scattered

15 % scattered

Figure 2 Pitting intensity diagrams (from 5% to 25% intensity) If pitting intensity is higher than 15% in an area (see Figure 2), then thickness measurements are to be taken to check the extent of the pitting corrosion. The 15% is based upon pitting or grooving on only one side of the web plate. In cases where pitting is evident as defined above (exceeding 15 %) then an area of 300mm diameter or more (or, where this is impracticable on the frame flange or the side shell, hopper tank plating or topside tank plating attached to the side frame, an equivalent rectangular area), at the most pitted part of the frame, is to be cleaned to bare metal, and the thickness measured in way of the five deepest pits within the cleaned area. The least thickness measured in way of any of these pits is to be taken as the thickness to be recorded. The minimum acceptable remaining thickness in any pit or groove is equal to: - 75% of the as built thickness, for pitting or grooving in the cargo hold side frame webs and flanges - 70% of the as built thickness, for pitting or grooving in the side shell, hopper tank and topside tank plating attached to the cargo hold side frame, over a width up to 30mm from each side of it. 4. Gauging methodology

Numbers of side frames to be measured are equivalent to those of Special Survey or Intermediate Survey corresponding to the ships age. Representative thickness measurements are to be taken for each zone as specified below. Special consideration to the extent of the thickness measurements may be given by the Classification Society, if the structural members show no thickness diminution with respect to the as built thicknesses and the coating is found in "as-new" condition (i.e., without breakdown or rusting). Where gauging readings close to the criteria are found, the number of hold frames to be measured is to be increased. If renewal or other measures according to S31 are to be applied on individual frames in a hold, then all
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frames in that hold are to be gauged. There is a variety of construction methods used for side shell frames in bulk carriers. Some have faceplates (T sections) on the side shell frames, some have flanged plates and some have bulb plates. The use of faceplates and flanged sections is considered similar for gauging purposes in that both the web and faceplate or web and flange plate are to be gauged. If bulb plate has been used, then web of the bulb plate is to be gauged in the normal manner and the sectional modulus has to be specially considered if required. 4.1 Gaugings for Zones A, B & D

Web plating The gauging pattern for Zones A, B & D are to be a five point pattern. See figure 3. The 5 point pattern is to be over the depth of the web and the same area vertically. The gauging report is to reflect the average reading.
Face Plate

Side shell

X Web X X

W mm

W mm

Figure 3 Typical 5 point pattern on the web plate

4.2

Gaugings for Zone C

Web plating Depending upon the condition of the web in way of Zone C, the web may be measured by taking 3 readings over the length of Zone C and averaging them. The average reading is to be compared with the allowable thickness. If the web plating has general corrosion then this pattern should be expanded to a five point pattern as noted above. 4.3 Gaugings for section a) and b) (flanges and side shell plating)

Where the lower bracket length or depth does not meet the requirements in UR S12(Rev.3), gaugings are to be taken at sections a) and b) to calculate the actual section modulus required in UR S31.3.4. See Figure 4. At least 2 readings on the flange/faceplate are to be taken in way of each section. At least one reading of the attached shell plating is to be taken on each side of the frame (i.e. fore and aft) in way of section a) and section b).

db h hB B da

da
Section b) Section a)

= lower bracket web depth for determining t REN,S = frame web depth

db

hB = lower bracket length

Figure 4 - Sections a) and b) 5 Report on Thickness Measurement of Cargo Hold Frames Annex V END Document END V-3

See form TM7-BC S31 (sheet 11 bis).

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